Metal Artistry

From the artist:  "Metal Artistry is the culmination of a lifetime of experiences. Art is truely a life long journey. After finishing high school, starting a family and working full time, it was time to let the part of me that was lingering inside, out. Drawing classes led to ceramic classes which led to painting classes, which led to beading classes and books, and books, and tutorials, and more work. This jewelry is the result of observations of a lifetime. Never quit learning, observing and practicing."
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Brass Ring

About this artist:  "I am by trade & training an aircraft mechanic, although my training really started at a very young age. My Dad was a master welder & metallurgist & my maternal grandfather was a third generation carpenter. So I've been building things since I was a kid with a hacksaw & file.  I enjoy making western & wildlife artwork out of heavy gauge steel. I use a handheld plasma torch as well as a plasma cam system. I like to use the handheld torch for custom work, such as home & ranch signs because of the flexibility."
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Von Chandler

About this artist:  "Well what would you like to know? I suppose I could drone on and on about my childhood fears of monsters under my bed or how guilty I felt when I told my father I wasn't going to run the family business that I had worked for most of my teenage years. Perhaps I could regale you with some of my near death experiences and my wonderful family (and they are wonderful). But I don't want to get into all that."

"I'll tell you what I think is relevant and that is I love art. I enjoy the act of creating with my hands. I get a high from talking with other artists and with those who truly appreciate my work. In 3rd grade my teacher went around the room asking what we wanted to be when we grew up. There was the usual fireman, doctor, lawyer, but when her leathery finger pointed to me I blurted out "I want to be a ninja!".   Needless to say I was heartbroken later on in life when I found out what a limited market there truly is for ninjas these days."

"The point is if I knew then what I know now, I would have said a sculptor. I wish I could get the lost years back. I would have created art for the last ten years...of course my wife would kill me. I already have sculptures scattered all over our property, I don't think she could handle ten more years worth piled up."

"I have a blessed marriage and two little boys that mean the world to me and that's all I really need. I'm thankful everyday for what I have and I hope to continue my art for as long as I can. I thank you for taking an interest in me. If you are an artist, keep being an artist. The world needs more open minds and free spirits then ever before. And if you're not, at least take the time to appreciate the heart and soul that artists put into their work. Putting yourself out there for the world to see is a very personable, emotional and frightening event. A kind word can make a world of difference."

Well said.  If you'd like to visit this designmakers shop, click on the post title above.

Burnt Ends

"It's Not That Funny"

"Lighting The Way"

"Don't Believe Everything You Read"

Located in Denver, Colorado, Burnt Ends specializes in unique hand crafted metal and concrete sculptural pieces, custom metalwork, and photography.  This artists work not only has a keen eye for detail but an obvious sense of humor in their creative process as well.  Interestingly titled and free flowing sculpture make all of these pieces view worthy.  There are more in the shop, and I suggest you visit to take a look for yourself !  You can get to the shop by clicking on the post title above.